Nutrition and Exercise Program for Elderly Colorectal Cancer Patients
Effects of the Tailored Frailty Prevention Program With Exercise and Nutrition Management to Improve Physical Performance and Health Status in Older Patients With Colorectal Cancer
Chang Gung University of Science and Technology
140 participants
Feb 1, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The goal of this interventional study is to evaluate the effect of mobile health intervention on frailty, physical fitness, physical activity, and nutritional status of elderly patients with colorectal cancer. The main questions it aim to answer are: 1. Does the mobile health intervention reduce frailty in elderly colorectal cancer patients compared to standard care? 2. Does the mobile health intervention improve physical fitness, physical activity, and nutritional status in elderly colorectal cancer patients compared to standard care? Participants will receive the Mobile Health Management Frailty Care Program.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria6
- Patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer confirmed by a physician.
- Aged 60 and above.
- Have communication skills, able to read and write or converse in Mandarin and Taiwanese.
- Clear consciousness and no mental or cognitive impairment.
- Physical activities are accessible.
- Those who have a smartphone and have experience using smartphones.
Exclusion Criteria4
- People who have difficulty walking or standing.
- The wrist is not suitable for those wearing sports bracelets.
- People in infectious or protective isolation.
- Those who live alone or in institutions.
Interventions
Through the "LINE" communication software, participants are provided with exercise and nutrition information three times a week, with a total of 36 messages. As well as 6 podcasts of health information and 6 sports videos in total. At weeks 2, 4, and 6, researchers scheduled 5- to 10-minute telephone consultations. Participants can receive guidance through telephone consultations and carry a Xiaomi sports band wearable device to monitor their exercise.
Locations(1)
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NCT06502275